Jobs, fresher vacancy - Accounts Assistant • Suffolk

Company: 4M Recruitment Ltd

Suffolk

Our established client is currently looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant on a temporary to permanent basis. Accounts Assistant Haverhill £15 - £18 per hour We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid grounding in accounting who’s looking to develop their skills across all areas of finance. You’ll play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting daily accounting operations, and ensuring the smooth running of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and month-end reporting processes. You’ll also gain exposure to areas such as fixed asset management and audit support — making this an ideal role for someone eager to grow in a busy and supportive finance environment. Key Responsibilities Banking & Cash Management Maintain and update UK banking mandates as required. Support cash management activities, including cash book preparation and reconciliations. Accounts Payable (AP) Manage the end-to-end AP process — from invoice receipt through to payment. Review, verify, and process supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies. Raise and match Purchase Orders (POs) to supplier invoices. Liaise with suppliers to resolve queries and discrepancies promptly. Accounts Receivable (AR) Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner. Reconcile customer accounts and monitor incoming payments. Support credit control activities and follow up on overdue balances. Prepare monthly AR aging and summary reports for management. Month-End & Reporting Support month-end close activities including journal entries, reconciliations, and report preparation. Assist with management reports, including income and expense summaries, and AR analysis. Help prepare reports. Audit & Compliance Work closely with external auditors during the annual audit. Provide required schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation. Support the implementation of audit recommendations to strengthen financial controls. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established organisation on a temporary to permanent basis.